NEW YORK, Feb 16, 2006/ FW/ --- One of the very first red carpets was laid out by Clytemnestra for Agamemnon in the Greek tragedy "Agamemnon" after he returned home from Troy. As this red may have been more purplish as a foreshadowing of Agamemnon's death. For this particular occasion the meaning of the red carpet was not quite the same as we use it today.

As Americans, we must have so many places to wear lavish dresses and formals. It seems as if many American designers are primarily setting their sights on Hollywood A-listers.

As the Jason Wu show began, it was another seemingly striking presentation of pomp and circumstance full of over coats and heavy beading. Although haute couture is shown in Paris only, the Americans have sealed it for the RTW sometime made by hand styles for the red carpet.

Wu is all about the fantasy of being beautiful in sheath dresses and silk tweeds. Even the cigarette pantsuits were fitting for a ball or gala. Metallic beading and ribbon trims completed many looks and gave the pieces the detailing necessary to pull off a cover.

Dainty yet intelligent slim dresses with skinny straps made there way in olives. Wu's use of chocolate, copper and tan was the key that made many of his garments stand out. Tulle trains and pleats made some silhouettes less heavy and more whimsical

Chantilly laces overlays and bows were another addition to the collection. Wu's detailing throughout the collection intrigued the audience and hopefully it will be engaging enough for Hollywood or Bollywood's crimson carpets.

Jason Wu

Jason Wu

Jason Wu

Jason Wu